Lovingly maintained by the same family for 5 decades, this beautiful and tastefully updated home offers a rare first-floor in-law apartment with its own kitchen, living room, bedroom, full bath and private entry! The main home features a large sunlit living room with bow window, French doors to a home office (or 5th bedroom), full bath, and a stunning open-concept kitchen/dining area with quartz countertops, white cabinetry, stainless appliance and LVP flooring. Upstairs offers three spacious bedrooms with a primary with walk-in closet and bonus half bath. Step outside to a generous deck overlooking a lovely backyard; perfect for relaxing and entertaining with family and friends! This fabulous home is nestled on a quiet side street in a sought-after neighborhood, surrounded by peaceful wooded beauty; minutes to West Boylston & Worcester, plus shopping, dining and entertainment! Enjoy the best of both worlds: serene suburban living and unbeatable commuter access. Welcome Home!
Sold for $615,000
$615,000
161 Parker Ave, Holden, MA 01520
5beds
2,772sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
0.26 Acres Lot
$626,200 Zestimate®
$222/sqft
$3,717 Estimated rent
Home value
$626,200
$576,000 - $683,000
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Home officeFirst-floor in-law apartmentGenerous deckLovely backyardLvp flooringQuartz countertopsPeaceful wooded beauty
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Listed by:
Elisha Lynch 508-560-5061,
Lamacchia Realty, Inc. 508-425-7372
Bought with:
Dianne Moore
Leading Edge Real Estate
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73412320
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
- Area: 253
- Dimensions: 23 x 11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 11 x 13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: First
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: First
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Bedroom 5
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
- Area: 88
- Dimensions: 11 x 8
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Laminate, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
- Level: First
- Area: 40
- Dimensions: 5 x 8
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Laminate, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
- Level: First
- Area: 40
- Dimensions: 8 x 5
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Laminate, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
- Level: Second
- Area: 30
- Dimensions: 6 x 5
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: First
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 10 x 12
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Exterior Access
- Level: First
- Area: 297
- Dimensions: 27 x 11
Heating
- Forced Air, Electric Baseboard, Oil, Electric, Other
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, First Floor
Features
- Closet, Dining Area, Attic Access, Kitchen
- Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet, Laminate, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Doors: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Picture
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Interior Entry,Bulkhead,Sump Pump,Concrete
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,772
- Total interior livable area: 2,772 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,209
- Finished area below ground: 563
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Wood
- Exterior features: Deck - Wood
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
- Features: Cleared, Level
Details
- Foundation area: 0
- Parcel number: M:228 B:1,1544287
- Zoning: R15
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle,Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Holden
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $222/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $415,900
- Annual tax amount: $5,764
- Date on market: 12/19/2025
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/24/2025 | Sold | $615,000+2.8%$222/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73412320 Report a problem | ||
| 8/31/2025 | Contingent | $598,500$216/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73412320 Report a problem | ||
| 8/25/2025 | Price change | $598,500-3.2%$216/sqft |
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| 8/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $618,000$223/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73412320 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,764 +6% | $415,900 +8.3% |
| 2024 | $5,436 +5.5% | $384,200 +11.8% |
| 2023 | $5,154 +6% | $343,800 +17.1% |
| 2022 | $4,864 +2.9% | $293,700 +8.1% |
| 2021 | $4,726 +2.1% | $271,600 -0.2% |
| 2020 | $4,627 +2.1% | $272,200 +4.8% |
| 2019 | $4,532 +4.6% | $259,700 +5.5% |
| 2018 | $4,334 +3.9% | $246,100 +3.8% |
| 2017 | $4,171 +7.7% | $237,100 +5.6% |
| 2016 | $3,873 | $224,500 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 01520
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Mayo Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.5 mi
- 7/10Mountview Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 7/10Wachusett Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Mayo / Dawson Elementary
- Middle: Mountview Middle
- High: Wachusett Regional High
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Massachusetts
- Worcester County
- Holden
- 01520
- 161 Parker Ave
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